2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |